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What Are the Benefits of Elderberry?

February 19, 2020

For centuries, cultures have used elderberries for food and medicine. But what exactly are the benefits of elderberry — and how legitimate are they? Read More

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Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Nutrition, Women's Health
Tagged with: benefits of elderberry, cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic disease, common cold, diabetes, elderberry uses, immune systems, inflammation, influenza
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How Does a Plant-Based Diet Benefit You?

February 13, 2020

What you eat impacts your health and wellness, and one of the best dietary changes you can make is switching to a plant-based diet. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity, vegan diet
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The MIND Diet for Better Brain Health

November 19, 2019

Learn what the MIND diet is and how following it could slow or prevent an age-related decline in brain function. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: age-related disorders, Alzheimer's disease, brain health, dementia, depression, diabetes, diseases, high blood pressure, hypertension, Mediterranean, MIND diet, stroke
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Managing Osteoarthritis – It’s a Joint Effort

September 11, 2019

Is it just a random ache or pain? Or could it be a sign of osteoarthritis? Find out the symptoms of osteoarthritis in our blog! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: diabetes, Pinnacle Health
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Should I or Shouldn’t I Exercise at Night?

August 2, 2019

The benefits of working out at night outnumber the cons. Learn more about when you should exercise and how the time of day could affect your overall health! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: diabetes, Pinnacle Health
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Health Benefits of Coffee: How Much Should You Drink?

July 12, 2019

We already know that your first cup of coffee can provide a jolt of caffeine to help get you started each morning. Is it good for you? Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: diabetes, Pinnacle Health
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Know the Facts About Diabetes

June 19, 2019

Diabetes affects more than 30 million Americans. Learn essential facts about diabetes, including types, risk factors, and more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Endocrinology
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: diabetes
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A Spoonful of Sugar: Are All Sugars the Same?

March 18, 2019

There are such things as unhealthy sugars and healthy sugars that occur naturally. Check out our blog and learn all about sugar and its effects on the body! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: diabetes, Pinnacle Health
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Start Your Day Right: How to Choose Nutritious Cereal Options

January 14, 2019

Hungry for cereal for breakfast? What are your best and most nutritious options? Read the UPMC Pinnacle Healthier YOU blog! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: autumn, diabetes, Pinnacle Health